2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (332 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | ESX 3 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
